MTD 2M1, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance Schedule
Tasks F irst 5 Hrs. E ach Use or
Ev er y 5 Hr s.
Ev ery Season
or 25 Hrs.
Ev ery Season
or 5 0 Hr s.
Ev ery Season
or 100 H rs.
Service Dates
Check engine oil
Change engine oil
Check spark plug
Service spark plug
Clean exhaust area
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE: Check the oil level before each use and after every five
hours of operation to be sure the correct oil level is maintained.
Refer to Checking Oil Level in the Operation Section
Drain fuel from the tank by running the engine until the 1.
fuel tank is empty. Be sure the fuel fill cap is secure.
Place a suitable oil collection container under the oil drain 2.
plug.
Remove the oil drain plug, Figure 7-1.
3.
Tip the engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must 4.
be disposed of at a proper collection center.
Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
5.
Oil Drain Plug
Figure 7-1
Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level, 6.
refer to Assembly & Set-Up Section for instructions.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
7.
CAUTION:
Thoroughly wash your hands with soap
and water as soon as possible after handling
used oil.
NOTE:
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
friendly to the environment. Take it to a recycling center or other
collection center.
WARNING!
To prevent accidental start-up, shut off
the engine and remove the ignition key before
performing any type of engine maintenance.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if
high level performance is to be maintained. Regular maintenance
will also ensure a long service life. The required service intervals
and the type of maintenance to be performed are described
in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals,
whichever occur first. More frequent service is required when
operating in adverse conditions.
Engine Maintenance
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